Introduction

Uses of Oticlor

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Oticlor

Rash
Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Nausea
Injection site reaction
Increased liver enzymes
Diarrhea

How to use Oticlor

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Oticlor may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Oticlor works

Oticlor is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

What if you forget to take Oticlor?

If you miss a dose of Oticlor, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Uniclor 375mg Tablet MR to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Discontinue Uniclor 375mg Tablet MR and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Uniclor 375mg Tablet MR as it may cause increased side effects.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Oticlor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Oticlor is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Oticlor is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.\nAvoid prolonged use of Oticlor, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Driving: It is not known whether Oticlor alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
CAUTION – Kidney: Oticlor should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Oticlor may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Oticlor in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.